Jutai is a durable and sturdy tropical hardwood, known for its warm reddish-brown color, fine to moderately coarse grain, and high resistance to fungi, insects, and rot. These properties make it ideal for applications such as decking, cladding, furniture, and interior finishing. Thanks to the stability of kiln-dried wood, it is less susceptible to warping or cracking and also works well, making it an excellent choice for both practical and aesthetic purposes.
| Name | Jutai |
| Growth area | Tropical Central and South America |
| Botanical name | Martiodendron parviflorum |
| Durability class | 1-2 |
| Strength class | To follow later |
| Artificially dried | Yes |
| Voluminous mass | 750 – 900 kg/m³ at 12% moisture content |
| Suitable for | facade cladding, terraces, furniture and interior finishing |
| To edit | Easy to machine and work by hand, provided the tools are sharp |
Jutai is a strong and dense tropical hardwood that is easily machined by sawing, milling, and planing, provided sharp tools are used. Planing can sometimes cause slight irregularities in the small, hard burrs, but generally results in a smooth surface. Pre-drilling when screwing and nailing prevents splitting, and the wood absorbs oil, stain, and lacquer well, creating a beautiful, durable finish.
Jutai wood is characterized according to various NEN standards that determine the wood's durability, use classes, and quality. According to NEN-EN 350, Jutai falls into durability class 1–2, meaning the wood is highly resistant to fungi and insects and is suitable for long-term use, even when exposed to moisture. The NEN-EN 335 standard applies to the degree of exposure to moisture and biological attack, while NEN-EN 14080 specifies requirements for strength and durability for glued and laminated wood. For aesthetic quality, such as the visual assessment of color, grain, and knots, NEN 5466:2010 can be used. These standards guarantee that Jutai wood is durable, stable, and of high quality for various applications, from decking and facades to furniture and interior finishing.
Jutai is also one of the wood species suitable for the Forestlines® façade system. This innovative façade system features concealed fixings and fire class B-S1 d0 certification without any treatment. The perfect harmony between wood and aluminum. Suitable for façades in both sun and shade, ceilings, and roofs.
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